Best Plants for Bathrooms
We put plants on our kitchen windowsills and use them to add greenery and soften the decor in our living rooms and bedrooms. But many people don’t think about adding them to their bathrooms, which is a shame. The bathroom is a great location to grow different plants and take advantage of the high humidity.
Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis)
Aloe vera is one of the most common succulents worldwide. Many people grow them in the kitchen if they burn themselves cooking, but they are good to have in the bathroom, too, if you are prone to razor burn.
Arrowhead Plant (Syngonium podophyllum)
Also known as a goosefoot plant, the arrowhead gets its name from its arrow-shaped leaves. It needs protection from direct sunlight, making your bathroom an optimal location if it only receives diffuse sun exposure.
Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus)
Asparagus ferns are members of the lily family and have long stems densely covered in short needle-like leaflets. Their cascading stems grow 3 feet long, making them perfect for a hanging basket.
Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema spp.)
The Chinese evergreen, or aglaonema, is a low-maintenance plant that loves lower light conditions. Its dark-green foliage comes in various colors to suit any decor: plain green, speckled, blotchy, and even variegated.
Ferns
Ferns love moist, humid air, so they are fantastic to grow in bathrooms. Some commonly grown ferns are the Boston fen, sword fern, maidenhair fern, button fern, and bird’s nest fern.
Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana)
While lucky bamboo aren’t actual bamboo plants, they are popular in Asian cultures. They are believed to bring good luck into a space, and their pliable stems allow the plants to be shaped into exciting designs.
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii)
Peace lilies tolerate lower light conditions and produce delicate white calla-like flowers in spring and summer. Peace lilies are great for the bathroom because they love a warm, humid environment and are excellent at air purification.
Philodendron (Philodendron spp.)
The philodendron comes highly recommended to even those with the blackest of thumbs. Vining types are usually grown in hanging baskets or trained to grow up a support structure.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Pothos plants have an incredibly laid-back nature, making them perfect for beginners. They tolerate low light and don’t mind if you forget to water them.
Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)
The snake plant or mother-in-law’s tongue is perfect for bathrooms where natural sun exposure is low. Its low-maintenance needs and striking appearance make it a great addition to your bathroom’s decor.
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
A spider plant is another great option for a hanging basket or to sit on a plant stand in your bathroom. The naturally higher humidity in the bathroom helps prevent tips from browning, keeping the plant looking beautiful.
